Product Overview
The Cisco Catalyst C9200L-48P-4G-E is an enterprise-class managed access switch designed to deliver secure, scalable, and highly reliable network connectivity for modern business environments. Part of Cisco’s renowned Catalyst 9200 Series, this switch combines advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking capabilities with Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+) support, making it ideal for powering and connecting IP phones, wireless access points, security cameras, IoT devices, and other network endpoints.
Featuring 48 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports, 4 fixed 1Gb SFP uplinks, and Cisco Network Essentials licensing, the C9200L-48P-4G-E provides the performance, security, and management features required for branch offices, campus networks, educational institutions, healthcare facilities, and enterprise deployments.
48 Gigabit PoE+ Access Ports
The switch provides 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports with IEEE 802.3at PoE+ support, delivering both data connectivity and power over a single Ethernet cable.
This simplifies deployment of network devices such as VoIP phones, wireless access points, surveillance cameras, and IoT equipment while reducing cabling costs and infrastructure complexity. Each port supports up to 30W of PoE+ power.
4 Fixed 1G SFP Uplink Ports
Equipped with four dedicated Gigabit SFP uplink ports, the switch enables flexible fiber connectivity to aggregation switches, core networks, and backbone infrastructure.
These uplinks help maintain high-performance traffic flow while separating access-layer and backbone communications.
Cisco Network Essentials Software
The included Network Essentials license delivers advanced enterprise networking features including Layer 2 switching, Layer 3 static routing, VLAN management, security policies, quality of service (QoS), and network automation capabilities.
This licensing tier provides the essential functionality needed for modern enterprise access networks while maintaining ease of management and deployment.
Enterprise-Class Performance
The Catalyst C9200L delivers up to 104Gbps switching capacity and 77.38Mpps forwarding performance, ensuring smooth handling of large volumes of network traffic across business-critical applications.
Its architecture is designed to support growing network demands while maintaining low latency and high availability.
Advanced Security Features
Built with Cisco's enterprise security framework, the switch supports features such as Secure Boot, MACsec encryption, access control policies, DHCP Snooping, and network segmentation capabilities.
These security technologies help protect the network from unauthorized access, malicious activity, and evolving cybersecurity threats.
StackWise-80 Scalability
The switch supports Cisco StackWise-80 technology, allowing multiple Catalyst 9200L switches to operate as a single logical unit.
This simplifies management, improves resiliency, and provides scalable network growth without increasing administrative complexity.
Centralized Network Management
The Catalyst 9200L integrates with Cisco management platforms, enabling centralized monitoring, automation, policy enforcement, and network visibility.
This streamlines deployment and ongoing administration across distributed enterprise environments.
Key Specifications
• Model: Cisco Catalyst C9200L-48P-4G-E
• Series: Cisco Catalyst 9200L
• Ports: 48 × Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ Ports
• Uplinks: 4 × 1Gb SFP Uplink Ports
• PoE Standard: IEEE 802.3at PoE+
• PoE Budget: Up to 740W
• Switching Capacity: 104Gbps
• Forwarding Rate: 77.38 Mpps
• Software License: Network Essentials
• Layer Support: Layer 2 and Layer 3 Features
• Stacking Technology: StackWise-80
• Management: Cisco IOS XE
• Form Factor: 1U Rack Mount
• Security Features: MACsec, Secure Boot, DHCP Snooping, ACLs, Network Segmentation
Ideal Use
Enterprise campus networks, branch offices, educational institutions, healthcare facilities, government networks, wireless access point deployments, IP telephony systems, surveillance infrastructure, IoT environments, and managed enterprise access-layer networking.